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Drumstick Now Costs As Much As Mutton In Bengaluru: Rs 700/kg And Climbing
Drumsticks arent just another vegetable in Indian cuisine. In South India, especially Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, drumsticks are considered essential in sambar, kurma and rasam.
BS Yediyurappa's big relief: SC stays POCSO trial of ex-Karnataka CM
The Supreme Court has halted the trial proceedings against former Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa in a POCSO case. Issuing a notice to the state government, the apex court will now re-examine whether the High Court should hear the veteran leader's plea on its merits, referencing a previous liberty granted.
Youth Calls Karnataka MP Jagadish Shettar And Demands An iPhone Pro Max
The caller, identified as Prateek Malaji, allegedly went straight to the point. He told the MP that the latest iPhone 17 Pro Max had been launched and that he wanted one.
One Auspicious Date, 5,000 Weddings And No Wedding Hall Left In Karnataka
The sheer number of weddings quickly exposed a practical limitation, there simply were not enough wedding halls. Kalyana mantapas across districts were booked months in advance,
Karnataka TET Exam 2025: Admit Card Released, Download Here
Karnataka TET Call Letter: The admit card has been released for the TET exam scheduled to be conducted on December 7, 2025.
Karnataka Power Breakfast 2.0 | DK Shivakumar Hosts CM Siddaramaiah Amid Power Tussle
The Karnataka power struggle enters a new chapter as DK Shivakumar hosts Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for a high-stakes Power Breakfast 2.0. This comes amid intensifying speculation about internal rifts, leadership discomfort, and back-to-back interventions from the Congress high command.Is this breakfast meet a genuine show of unity or a political reset forced from Delhi? As the state witnesses a tug-of-war between the Siddaramaiah and DKS camps, the stakes are higher than ever, with discussions around cabinet expansion, resource control, 2025 strategy, and the future of Karnataka leadership.News18s @harishupadhya and @afreen_hussain_ bring you exclusive visuals, ground reporting, inside details from party sources, and the full political backdrop leading up to this crucial meet.Will this breakfast table end the power tussle or spark the next big showdown?Watch the full report to understand the politics, pressure, and power dynamics shaping Karnataka. Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
DK Shivakumar Hosts Siddaramaiah For Breakfast 2.0, Nati Chicken On Menu
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met his deputy, DK Shivakumar, for a 'power breakfast' Tuesday morning, a meeting between the state's two most important leaders that under any other circumstances might have seem normal.
Siddaramaiah, D. K. Shivakumar hold Round 2 of breakfast meetings at latters residence in Bengaluru
Though the meeting waslargely seen as a courtesy call, the CMs visit to the Deputy CMs residence isbelieved to have brought Mr. Shivakumar to the centre stage of Karnataka politics
Show of unity: Siddaramaiah visits Shivakumar`s residence for breakfast
In a bid to signal unity, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah visited Deputy CM D K Shivakumars residence for breakfast on Tuesday, following growing speculation over a leadership tussle within the Congress
With truce on menu, DK Shivakumar hosts Siddaramiah for second breakfast meet
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met for breakfast. This meeting comes amid speculation of a power struggle within the Congress party. Home Minister G Parameshwara acknowledged the stir and called for a peaceful settlement.
Show of unity: Siddaramaiah visits Shivakumars residence for breakfast
Bengaluru: In an apparent display of unity, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday visited his deputy D K Shivakumars residence for breakfast, just days after the two broke bread in the wake of a raging power tussle. Siddaramaiah drove down to the Deputy CMs Sadashivanagar residence here, where he was received by Shivakumar and his Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Karnataka Power Breakfast 2.0: DK Shivakumar Hosts CM Siddaramaiah Amid Power Tussle
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday visited Shivakumar's residence for breakfast.
Issue TCs within 15 days or face action, education dept tells schools
BENGALURU: Following a directive from the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR), the education department has asked all schools to issue transfer certificates (TCs) within 15 days of receiving applications and warned of strict action in case of failure. The circular read, It is the primary duty of the school principal to issue the transfer certificate within 15 days, so that the students are not deprived of their educational activities without violating Section 5(1) of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act-2009. If the school principal does not issue the transfer letter on time, the parents should submit a request to the field education officer of the zone. The field education officer, who receives the request, should give the said school principal one weeks time and take action to resolve the request. Rashmi Mahesh, the principal secretary of the department of school education and literacy, said, The department issued the circular because there have been many complaints from parents about schools delaying the TCs. If there is any issue of pending fees, the BEO shall help schools address the issue. So far, we have not received any such complaints from schools. RTE students and parents associations BN Yogananda said, During 202122, many students shifted from private schools to government schools because they were unable to bear the fees charged by the institutions. At that time, some private schools troubled the parents and children by delaying the issuance of their TCs. This led to the High Court of Karnataka ordering the formation of committees to regulate the fees at private schools and ensure the issuance of transfer certificates without delay. This order was implemented only when a child moved from a private school to a government school, or vice versa. It was not implemented while children moved between two private schools....If there is payment due, it can be taken to the committee headed by the respective Zilla Panchayat CEO. They cannot harass children by not issuing the TCs. Recognised and Unaided Private Schools Association president Lokesh Talikote opposed the order. There are cases where parents dont pay the fees for two or three years. If we issue TCs in such cases, they will never come back to pay the dues.
73-year-old former BBMP AEE gets 3-year jail, fined Rs 59.86 lakh in DA case
BENGALURU: A special court has sentenced a retired Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of the then Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), V Venkatesh, 73, to three years simple imprisonment and ordered him to pay a fine of Rs 59.86 lakh, as charges of possessing disproportionate assets (DA) to his known sources of income and abusing his official position have been proved. Judge Nandeesha RP, Special Court for Lokayukta Cases, passed the order. Venkatesh was AEE of Uttarahalli Sub-Division of BBMP when action was initiated against him. He was appointed as assistant engineer in the Public Works Department (PWD) and later deputed to BBMP. The Lokayukta police registered a case against Venkatesh in 2012 under the Prevention of Corruption Act for allegedly possessing DA worth Rs 1.60 crore during the check period between August 1981 and 2012. Later, they raided the house, bank lockers and the office of the accused. Concluding that the DA of the accused is Rs 59.86 lakh, which is 24.90% of his known sources of income of Rs 2.40 crore, the court noted that the prosecution has proved the charges against the accused. The court noted that the accused did not provide any evidence to prove his lawful sources of income for the excess wealth possessed by him. Apart from that, he did not intimate the income said to be derived from the sale of a property owned by his wife, income from sericulture, etc., as per the Karnataka Civil Service (Conduct) Rules. Therefore, the prosecution proved that he could not comply with the requirement of known sources of income as provided under the explanation to Section 13(1)(e) of the PC Act.
Chennai schools reject GBAs dog survey order
BENGALURU: Following Bengaluru South City Corporations official order that schools must conduct a survey of stray dogs on their premises, private schools have strongly opposed the order and written to GBA Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao, saying they have better responsibilities to fulfil. Shashi Kumar, president of Associated Management of English Medium Schools in Karnataka, said, This is too ridiculous for GBA to direct schools to survey a dog count. Schools were not even a party when the case regarding stray dogs went to the Supreme Court. They cant make it mandatory for schools to conduct a survey. Therefore, I have written a letter to the GBA commissioner, objecting to directions of surveying dog count. Kumar has stated that schools have the responsibility of teaching and learning, and to provide quality learning outcomes. However, various diversified work has already harmed learning outcomes which violate the RTE Act and rules. Shashi Kumar added, We are ready to cooperate, support the lawful control of stray dogs. We are ready to cooperate with the department by maintaining cleanliness and restricting access to stray dogs within our campus. But we cannot undertake external surveys to provide stray dog census data which lies outside our functional domain. Therefore, I have requested the GBA commissioner to withdraw or amend directions requiring educational institutions to perform stray dog enumeration. As per the GBA order, schools are asked to submit the report on the number of dogs within three business days, ensure adequate fencing and a gate of 10 feet within four weeks, maintain proper disposal for food waste, conduct routine inspections to eliminate possibility of dogs entering the premises, conduct responsible behaviour around animals, first aid for dog bites and immediate reporting procedures.
Bengaluru traffic is the worst: Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai
BENGALURU: Samajwadi Party MP from Uttar Pradesh Rajeev Rai on Sunday criticised the traffic authorities in Bengaluru, saying that the traffic management here is the worst and the city has the most irresponsible, useless traffic police. Tagging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, he posted on X: Im sorry, but you have the worst traffic management and the most irresponsible, useless traffic police. They dont even pick up phone calls. Here is the SS (screenshot) of my attempt to speak to them, none of them picked up my call. For the last one hour, we have been stuck at the same place on Rajkumar Samadhi Road. I am going to miss my flight; tomorrow I have to attend the Parliament session. Not a single policeman is seen around. These inefficient officers are enough to spoil the name and charm of this beautiful city. No doubt Bengaluru traffic has now earned the reputation of being the most notorious. He tagged the city police commissioner and the joint commissioner of traffic on the screenshot. The Opposition parties were quick to pick up the issue. BJP Karnataka responded, Worst traffic management, Useless police, Inefficient officers. These arent our words, but those of a sitting SP MP and INDIA bloc partner. The Congress government has single-handedly destroyed the global BRAND BENGALURU. Congress, do you have an answer for your ally, or will this call go unanswered too? The JD(S) posted, Congress own allies are calling Bengaluru traffic police useless and irresponsible. Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar, when friends roast you this hard, the opposition doesnt have to. Brand Bengaluru is paying for your misrule. When reporters asked Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, he said, Let me meet him in Delhi. I will show him what the traffic in Delhi is like.
Karnataka honours 48 athletes, vows rewards
BENGALURU: The department of youth empowerment and sports (DYES) on Monday distributed 30 Ekalavya, nine Karnataka Kreeda Ratna and nine Lifetime Achievement awards for the years 2022 and 2023. Winning a medal in Karnataka, even though it houses seven crore Kannadigas, is not impossible, said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who was the chief guest at the event. I focused on many sports but succeeded in nothing. My advice to the youngsters is that you choose sport and stick with it, he said. On the occasion, Siddaramaiah also reiterated the state governments offer of Rs 6 crores and a government job to anyone from Karnataka who secures a gold medal in Olympics. He said each of the 60 sportspersons from Karnataka shortlisted for the 2028 Olympic Games will receive Rs 10 lakh every year. Karnataka Olympic Association (KOA) President K Govindaraj reiterated that tournaments and awards like this would help create a crop of youngsters who can represent the State and the nation at large. Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad assured both the award winners and budding athletes that the state government would support them. Bengaluru-based athlete Priya H Mohan, who received the Ekalavya award for the year 2022, said, Winning this award is a huge moral boost for me to win more laurels for India and Karnataka.
Karnataka cabinet to discuss report on Chamarajanagar deaths
BENGALURU: The state cabinet will on Thursday discuss Justice Michael DCunhas final report on the deaths of Covid-19 patients at Chamarajanagar District Hospital during the previous BJP regime. The retired HC judge on Monday submitted a 165 page revised report to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, which also contains recommendations to take action against the errant staff at the hospital. On May 2 night, 24 patients died due to oxygen shortage at the hospital and the staff was accused of misconduct and the mishandling of the situation. The state government had set up the single man commission headed by Justice DCunha submitted his first report on August 31, 2024, but since the commission faced lack of cooperation from officials and shortage of staff, its term was extended multiple times, sources said.
Hotels body moves HC against Karnatakas compulsory menstrual leave rule
The association has questioned the very basis of the order, highlighting that the State itself has not extended such leave to women working in government departments
Care mandate kicks in: Lifetime shelter, food, vax for captured stray dogs
Why traffic to discreet dating apps is on the rise
OBC groups revive push for reclassification ahead of Belagavi session
Women-centric oral cancer study uncovers distinct genetic driver in Karnataka
2 hostel students tested positive amid uptrend in HIV cases
Siddaramaiahs long innings in Karnataka politics sets him apart from peers
Uttar Pradesh MP slams Bengaluru traffic; DK Shivakumar says will show him Delhi traffic
Police thwart job aspirants protest rally; over 40 held
Privacy row halts rollout of AI cameras to spot potholes in Bengaluru
Bengaluru airport plans new air traffic control tower amid surge in flight movements
Justice Krishna Dixit emphasises cultivating love for the environment
Karnatakas loco running staff to launch hunger strike over safety, rest violations
RCU scholar attempts suicide after not being awarded PhD at convocation
No compromise on pourakarmika rights, says Safai Karmachari Commission Chief
Clear e-Khata applications quickly, GBA Chief tells officials
Former MLA and Congress leader R.V. Devaraj passes away
Vibgyor Road asphalt peels off within a month, repaired after public outcry
Karnataka high court refuses to quash case against exec accused of rape after Instagram friendship
Insect in restaurant food: Customer files counter-complaint
Bengalurus eco-led music festival is back
Echoes of Earth returns on December 13-14 with its blend of sound, sustainability and art
A mini forest takes root in Yelahanka
120 native species planted to revive Bengalurus vanishing green cover
After alleging worm in food at Bengaluru airport, youth faces restaurants extortion claim
Midday meals arrive in government pre-primary sections too in Karnataka
Air Marshal Pendse takes charge as Training Command Saso in Bengaluru
After misfires, Karnataka government bets on biogas to manage Bengalurus waste
Man dies as bike hits road divider in Bengaluru
Forest dwellers of Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary to meet opposing relocation
Vacate Hubballi Suburban police stn for flyover project: MLA
Siddaramaiah To Meet DKS Again At Breakfast To Ensure Peace Lasts
Following intervention from the Congress high command, the two warring leaders of Karnataka met on Saturday morning: Reports
Guest lecturer arrested for sexually assaulting student
Kaneri Mutt seer sparks fresh controversy
Forum holds Bheemanade march to counter RSS event
Two killed in road accident near Raichur
Anganwadi and midday meal workers begin indefinite protest in Hubballi
24-year-old woman dies of suffocation from gas geyser leak
One-third of urban local bodies still without master plan
Third edition of BLR Hubba to begin on January 16
Aiming to position Bengaluru on the global cultural map, the 10-day event will feature over 250 performances across more than 12 genres, including international acts from Japan and Malaysia and a special appearance by guitar legend Marty Friedman
Over 25 lakh people living with HIV in India, second largest globally: Govt report
NEW DELHI : India has an estimated 25.61 lakh people living with HIV (PLHIV), the second largest number globally in 2024, although the annual HIV incidence rate remains very low in the country, according to a government report released on Monday to mark World AIDS Day. The India HIV Estimation 2025 technical report, released by Union Health Minister JP Nadda, states that in 202425, 73% of newly detected HIV-positive persons reported acquiring the infection through heterosexual transmission. This was followed by injecting drug use, which accounted for 11.5% of reported transmissions. Another 5.4% of cases were attributed to homosexual/bisexual transmission, while 3.5% were due to vertical transmission. The HIV epidemic in India continues to be low, with adult HIV prevalence at 0.20% in 2024. While overall prevalence is low, India has 25.61 lakh people living with HIV (PLHIV), the second largest PLHIV population globally. The annual HIV incidence rate also remains very low at 0.05 per 1,000 uninfected population, the report said. Of the total 25.61 lakh PLHIV, 13.97 lakh are males and 11.64 lakh are females. Maharashtra (3.99 lakh) has the highest PLHIV burden, followed by Andhra Pradesh (3.10 lakh) and Karnataka (2.91 lakh). Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Bihar, Gujarat and Punjab also have estimated PLHIV figures ranging from one lakh to two lakh. Together, these nine states account for 74% of the total PLHIV burden in India, the annual report said. It added that the total PLHIV population in India in 2024 contributed 6.3% to the global HIV burden of 4.08 crore and 37.1% of the 69 lakh cases in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2024, Indias population living with HIV was second only to South Africas 78 lakh, owing to its population size, the report noted. HIV burden in South-East Asia remains substantial; 88,000 newly infected in 2024: WHO In 2024, around 64,470 new HIV infections and 32,160 AIDS-related deaths were estimated nationally, marking declines of 48.69% and 81.42%, respectively, compared to 2010. These reductions far exceeded the global averages of 40% and 54%, the report added. Highlighting Indias sustained progress under the National AIDS and STD Control Programme (NACP), Nadda reaffirmed the governments commitment to a rights-based, stigma-free, and inclusive HIV response. He emphasised that under NACP-V, access to prevention, testing, and treatment services has continued to expand, demonstrating strong and sustained momentum across key programme areas. Nadda said that between 2010 and 2024, new HIV infections declined by 48.7%, AIDS-related deaths by 81.4%, and mother-to-child transmission by 74.6%. Testing coverage increased from 4.13 crore in 202021 to 6.62 crore in 202425, while the number of people on treatment rose from 14.94 lakh to 18.60 lakh. Viral load testing also expanded significantlyfrom 8.90 lakh to 15.98 lakh tests. He noted that these achievements surpass global averages for the same period and reflect strong political commitment, sustained domestic investment, evidence-based programme strategies, and consistent community engagement. The report also found that AIDS-related mortality was highest in Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland. However, it noted that AIDS-related deaths have declined between 2010 and 2024 in nearly all states and UTs except Chandigarh, Punjab, Arunachal Pradesh and Tripura, where more PLHIV died of AIDS-related causes in 2024 compared to 2010. Globally, annual AIDS-related deaths declined by 54% between 2010 and 2024. The report stated that two statesMizoram and Nagalandhad an HIV prevalence of more than 1%. It also highlighted a noticeable increasing trend in the prevalence of new infections in the northeastern states of Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya and Assam, as well as in the northern state of Punjab, primarily driven by the rise in new infections. Nationally, annual new cases were estimated to decline by around 48.70% between 2010 and 2024, but increased by more than 400% in Arunachal Pradesh and Tripura. Similarly, in Punjab and Meghalaya, the annual new infections estimated for 2024 have nearly doubled compared to 2010. In 2024, 30 districts were estimated to have an adult HIV prevalence of 1% or more, with 29 of these located in Nagaland (11 districts), Mizoram (10), Manipur (5), Meghalaya (2) and Arunachal Pradesh (1). The only other district in this category is in Karnataka. Are fund cuts reversing the global fight against HIV?
Karnataka PhD Scholar Attempts Suicide Alleging Harassment, Denial of Degree
An incident involving a PhD student from Rani Chennamma University (RCU) in Karnataka's Belagavi district, attempting suicide at her residence in Chikkodi, after allegedly being harassed by university authorities.
Bengaluru Central Corporation targets major commercial establishments for tax evasion
While the current drive focuses only on commercial establishments, the corporation may take up residential property verification in the future
IMD forecasts warm and sunny Tuesday
The maximum temperature on Tuesday is likely to be around 25 degree Celsius to 26 degrees Celsius
Avarekai yet to flood Bengaluru markets
Cunha panel submits report on COVID patients death at Chamarajanagar
As mercury level dips, veggie prices turn too hot to handle
KPRS sees irregularities in crop loss assessment, disbursal of relief
Team Building! CM Siddaramaiah will head to DK Shivakumars house for breakfast on Tuesday
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will meet for breakfast. This meeting follows a previous discussion to resolve any political differences. Both leaders have pledged to work together and strengthen the party. They aim to deliver on promises made to the people of Karnataka.
IMA scam: Investor illegally withdraws excess amount despite official freeze on his bank account
Bengaluru Police launch Friends of Police drive, reach 2 lakh students in a day
Bank donates bus to Bal Bhavan Society in Belagavi
Trained canine squads ready for deployment in Karnatakas tiger reserves
Karnataka launches Digital e-Stamp system to make document stamping fully online
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government on Monday announced the rollout of the Digital e-Stamp (DeS) system aimed at strengthening efficiency, transparency and security in document stamping. The system will allow citizens to generate stamp papers online without relying on any agent or intermediary, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda said. He said the entire stamping process is Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Awareness workshop on export promotion to be held in Mysuru on December 2
Diabetic women are more prone to having cardiovascular diseases compared to men: Expert
Women are probably at more risk of cardiovascular disease if they are getting treated for Type 2 diabetes, says Chitra Selvan, head of the Department of Endocrinology, Ramaiah Medical Centre
Newly repaired road in Balagere-Panathur fails within weeks; parents bar buses
Together As A Team: Shivakumar Invites Siddaramaiah For Breakfast Amid Karnataka Tussle
Amid a power tussle in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar confirmed on Monday that he invited CM Siddaramaiah for breakfast on December 2.
Karnataka Power Tussle: Things Happening Steadily, Says Shivakumar's Brother
The Central leaders wanted Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar to resolve the issue of power-sharing through mutual discussion before they intervened to settle the matter: Reports
Digital e-stamping to become mandatory shortly in Karnataka
Prevent female foeticide through awareness programmes, says Minister
Bidars Srimandal GP wins award for rural development excellence
Recognition for GPs achievements in tax mobilisation, drinking water supply, health, hygiene, womens empowerment, infrastructure development
ED FIR on Gandhis: Siddaramaiah hits out at BJP, Shivakumar warns history will repeat
Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar condemned the Enforcement Directorate's FIR against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, branding it as a classic case of BJP's political vendetta. They highlighted that this act of intimidation signals a deep-rooted fear and undermines the essence of democracy.
A flourishing culture paves the way for social transformation
Drushya Bhushana Award presented to artist-professor Chandrakanth V.H. Jalihal and artist Devaraj B.
Man sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering wife
However, the court said the Government may continue the process of recruitment to the posts based on the notifications issued already as per increased reservation for SCs/STs prior to November 19, 2025.
Series of events lined up as part of Vrukshotan Run in Vijayapura
3,200 runners take part in VRL Hubballi half marathon
No Congress leader will ever be a good Chief Minister, says Bellad
Siddaramaiah is not a leader of the AHINDA communities, according to the BJP MLA
